But men must know, that in this theatre of man's life it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers on.
Francis BaconLove and envy make a man pine, which other affections do not, because they are not so continual.
Francis BaconThen bless thy secret growth, nor catch At noise, but thrive unseen and dumb; Keep clean, be as fruit, earn life, and watch, Till the white-wing'd reapers come.
Francis Bacon